There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)
Billy Ocean
1986
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Release: 1986
Release: 1986Source checked
Single released in 1986, not 1980.
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There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry) - release / recording history
Single released in 1986, not 1980. Source consulted 2026-10-13; not a complete discographic audit.
Inspiration and background
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This song reflects on the emotional power of music to evoke memories and feelings.
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Sources for this information
Owner-supplied 1986.html, song-list position 16
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Other appearances and versions
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Sources and scope
Source-backed annual association (secondary source; not a complete discographic review)
Editorial artist-repertoire classification
Billboard year-end 1986 table (Wikipedia transcription)
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